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How can the weather affect rheumatism, arthritis and lumbago?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Probably does not: Although it is commonly believed that arthritis is worse in damp and cold weather, studies have not really confirmed this. At best, the relationship is pretty weak.
Answered 11/14/2011
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Generally, musculo-: Skeletal pain is related to soft tissue inflamation which can equate to soft tissue swelling. A low pressure system places less barometric pressure on rhe body and vice versa leading to the body acting like a barometer to predict weather.
Answered 3/26/2013
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